A boss is a creature or machine that has immense health and power. Bosses are always fought solo in Patapon. Bosses are usually used as a break in the main storyline, and serve as a main source of resources in Patapon and Patapon 2. They are divided into categories (see below) by what they are, how they fight, and what their weaknesses are. Half-bosses are enemies that are powerful, but not always fought solo. In patapon 1 and 2, they serve as critical points in the storyline. Half-bosses are also usually part of the tribe that is fought most throughout the game.